... for each other. Consequently, in Shakespeare's Othello, Desdemona and Othello are independent characters that portray their eternal love throughout the play. To begin, Othello's love is proven to be honest as it is expressed during the most challenging times. Primarily, Othello is aware that race is an obstacle, which Brabantio must ... nothing! Whereon I do beseech thee, grant me this, to leave me but a little to myself." (Shakespeare Act 3 Scene 3 Lines 75-76). Othello is pushing Desdemona away for some time showing that he needs a break from this argument. This illustrates, even thoug...

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... my soul and fortunes consecrate," (1.3, 410). She loved Othello for his body and mind, for his reputation and actions. She gave herself to him spiritually and physically and she continued to love him throughout all the events and accusations. Race was not an issue to Desdemona and this was ... a result of her intelligence and determination to become liberated. Othello, however, may have been frightened by Desdemona's aggressiveness as a woman. This, along ... free of Iago's manipulation and speak the truth. Cassio was also an avid, enthusiastic admirer of Desdemona. However, he was too ...

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